Daniel Butler

90 White Street
Belmont, MA 02478
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Top 10%
Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Daniel Butler ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 10% in MA
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Daniel Butler ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Daniel Butler's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
321 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Daniel Butler ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel Butler is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#110 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
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70-74%
42%
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70-74%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
7%
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Hispanic
11%
25%
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Black
2%
10%
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White
45%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.68
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Daniel Butler's ranking?
Daniel Butler is ranked #110 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Daniel Butler often compared to?
Daniel Butleris often viewed alongside schools like Bridge, Mary Lee Burbank by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Daniel Butler?
321 students attend Daniel Butler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Daniel Butler students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel Butler?
Daniel Butler has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Daniel Butler offer ?
Daniel Butler offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Daniel Butler part of?
Daniel Butler is part of Belmont School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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